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GrantsAnimal Care Center 722 Sakelares Boulevard

GrantsAnimal Care Center 722 Sakelares Boulevard

Pet of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
A stunning 2.5-year-old American Blue Heeler who's winning hearts everywhere he goes. Hunter has discovered a new favorite pastime long car rides. He settles in quietly, ears perked and eyes full of wonder, just happy to be along for the journey.505-285-4012

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Dogs Remember The Negative Moments
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Dogs possess the ability to remember both positive and negative experiences, which profoundly impact their current and future behavior.By being kind to dogs, a positive association with comfort, love, happiness, and food is created.
The name change aligns with the 100th anniversary of Route 66 and will be celebrated with events like the Route 66 Centennial Kick-Off Celebration. Courtesy Photo

The name change aligns with the 100th anniversary of Route 66 and will be celebrated with events like the Route 66 Centennial Kick-Off Celebration. Courtesy Photo

Renaming Santa Fe Avenue to Route 66

Amerika Rougemont, Reporter
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. - On August 20, the name change of Santa Fe Avenue to Route 66 was officially approved during a Grants City Council meeting.After providing three opportunities for public input, the city council approved the name change and the mayor signed the resolution.Inspiration Behind the...

The 1919 Killing of David B. Whiteside

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Testimony and court records clarify what happened outside Toltec on March 12, 1919, when Mother Whiteside’s husband was gunned down BLUEWATER, N.M. – On the night of March 12, 1919, a shotgun blast blew through the east window of Tom Davey’s adobe ranch house, about a mile east of Toltec, Zuni...

Grants Police Sergeant Arrested on DWI, Firearm Charges

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. — A Grants Police Department sergeant has been arrested on charges of aggravated DWI and negligent use of a deadly weapon following an incident on Sept. 3, according to court records.Magistrate Court filings identify the defendant as Sergeant Benjamin Allen Thorne, who faces two...

State Health Department Issues COVID-19 Vaccine Health Order

Rober Knott, Nmdoh
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
SANTA FE, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Health has issued a public health order to help ensure all New Mexicans can access the COVID-19 vaccine.The order comes in response to some pharmacies announcing they cannot administer the vaccine in New Mexico unless recommended by the Advisory...